Full-Time
Patrol Officer

Village of Obetz Police Department – Posted by Obetz Jobs Network
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Obetz, Ohio, United States

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Job Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Patrol Officer is responsible for law enforcement and the implementation of crime prevention measures, the apprehension of criminals, and the protection of life and property. The Patrol Officer is under the direct supervision of the Patrol Sergeant or other officer-in-charge (OIC).

QUALIFICATIONS: Completion of secondary education (Associate or Bachelor degrees preferred); successful completion of Department Field Training and Evaluation Program; or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Must be able to pass a police background investigation for employment and obtain clearance as practitioner for the Ohio Law Enforcement Automated Data System.

INHERENTLY HAZARDOUS OR PHYSICALLY DEMANDING WORKING CONDITIONS: The employee has exposure to chemical compounds found in crime labs; hazardous blood borne pathogens; exposure to chemical compounds in an office environment (e.g., toner, correction fluid, etc.); specialty munitions (mace, OC); uses or works in proximity to the use of firearms; works in or around crowds; has contact with potentially violent or emotionally distraught persons or life threatening situations; has exposure to fire, hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy weather conditions; exposure to hazardous driving conditions; occasionally lifts objects 50 lbs. or more; occasionally carries objects 50 lbs. or more; occasionally pushes objects 50 lbs. or more; occasionally pulls objects 50 lbs or more.

Note: In accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor physical demands strength ratings, this is considered medium work.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND WORKER CHARACTERISTICS:

JOB DUTIES in order of importance

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION: For purposes of 42 USC 12101: Obey and promptly execute all orders of the Village Administrator, Safety Director, the Chief of Police, and/or a Sergeant. A Police Officer shall have the following powers and duties under the immediate supervision of the Chief of Police:

(1) Patrols assigned area to protect residents of the Village and their property; investigates suspicious activity; responds to emergency calls and complaints; demonstrates initiative in monitoring traffic and enforcing laws; issues citations and makes arrests of criminals; investigates and gathers, logs, and secures evidence at crime scenes; interviews witnesses and suspects; conducts traffic accident investigations, performs monitoring of local businesses; provides security checks at public and private facilities; provides emergency services (e.g., first-aid) as necessary.

THESE APPLICATIONS WILL BE USED TO BUILD AN ELIGIBILITY LIST FOR A FUTURE HIRING PROCESS

How to Apply

Please apply online and submit a resume, or stop by the Obetz Police Station at 4175 Alum Creek Dr, Obetz, OH 43207 to pick up an application. We will be accepting applications until October27th, 2017.